PDATE 8:45PM, 7/16/17: The Grade Fire now stands at 1000 acres and 10% contained, and still growing. Evacuation orders have been expanded, and evacuation centers have been created for people, livestock and pets. People should call the Red Cross at (866)272-2237, to inquire about evacuation centers and possible hotel vouchers. To evacuate horses, livestock or pets call (707)272-2299, to get in contact with someone at the Redwood Empire fairground, which will serve and an evacuation center for animals. For immediate help call Mendocino Health and Human Services, 707-972-7230.

You can follow updates on Twitter under the hashtag #MEUGradeFire, or #gradefire, and also follow the Mendocino Unit of Calfire on Twitter or their Facebook page. You can also check the updates on the CalFire incident page for the Grade Fire. Evacuations are being handled by the Mendocino County Office of Emergency Services — residents in the impacted areas will be contacted by the Sheriff’s Office, but you can sign up for notifications at the link below in this article. You can also listen to the scanner here. We’ll continue to update as more information becomes available.